Aging has some benefits for your brain. When you think of aging, you likely envision declining health and bodily functioning. Maybe you think of broken hips, sore joints, and weakening vision. Although general health for many people declines with age, there are some areas where you may find improved functioning. No, really. According to a […]
It is important to update an older estate plan. Things tend to get worse when no one tends to them. Gardens become overgrown with weeds. Buildings fall into disrepair. Muscles atrophy. After all, the Second Law of Thermodynamics seems to apply to all of life. According to a recent NASDAQ.com article titled “Is Your Estate […]
Estate planning mistakes are more common than they should be. Simply creating an estate plan may not be enough. If you take the advice of someone other than an experienced estate planning attorney from your state of residence, you could get yourself into trouble. In fact, you could endanger everyone you love and everything you […]
Long-term care is especially important for women to consider. As we age, we require more assistance. For some, failing memory can create dangerous situations. For example, people may take more medication doses than necessary or set kitchen fires by forgetting food left on the stove or that the gas has been left on. Those who […]
Having health care directives are important for incapacity planning. People often think they are invincible. Illnesses and injuries happen to other people. They will never happen to us or our loved ones. According to a recent The Times-Tribune article titled “Health care directive beneficial for anyone,” these beliefs can have big consequence for you and […]
The family of Nichelle Nichols is fighting for conservatorship. Nichelle Nichols is best known for her role at Lieutenant Uhura. Star Trek fans fondly remember Lieutenant Uhura because this character broke many racial stereotypes on television. Her character was beautiful, smart, capable. While Nichelle Nichols certainly created wonderful memories for people of all ages through […]
Certain supplements may benefit you as you age. Vitamins and minerals are important for the healthy functioning of human bodies. Sometimes our bodies get sufficient amounts through the foods we eat. Other times, supplements are helpful in making up for deficiencies. According to a recent AARP article titled “The 3 Supplements You Might Actually Need […]
Metabolism changes tend to change as we move through life. What do you think of when you hear the word “metabolism”? Perhaps you think of either having a “high” or a “low” metabolism based on how your body burns calories. Maybe you think about how quickly drugs are absorbed by your body. According to a […]
The impact of hearing loss may be decreased by future innovations. Hearing loss is common in aging individuals. For many, this can lead to distance in relationships as it is challenging to understand what your loved ones are saying. It may also diminish enjoyment of beloved music, television shows, or movies. I know, I have […]
Every estate plan needs an occasional checkup. You have an estate plan in place from years ago. Perhaps you think your affairs are in order. They may be. On the other hand, the may not be. Similar to doctor visits, checkups are important. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled “2021 Estate Planning Checkup: Is […]
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